Consultant in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry CRHTT
Applications are invited for the above post, created to increase our Consultant workforce and to meet the growing population demands and increasing growth in the multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will be joining a strong workforce of many Child Psychiatrist in Devon, in providing medical leadership across our new integrated clinical pathways. The service is particularly interested in modelling the job in line with the successful candidate's special interest and working preference. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant to take a key role in developing and transforming our new managing risk pathway (combined Crisis & Assertive Outreach). We are looking for someone who is passionate about crisis work and ensuring safe and effective interventions are delivered to a high-risk population. The Getting Risk support pathway supports children, young people and their family carers with acute, enduring complex mental health needs. The post holder will join the newly developed CAMHS Getting Risk Support pathway, and support in their clinical role, the crisis service, children and young people, their family/carers and professionals to timely access and support when they need it the most, and ensuring local systems are responsive to meeting their needs in a holistic and joined-up way. Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Child Psychiatrist to join a vibrant multidisciplinary crisis team, develop your special interest and psychiatry practice while having the best of what Devon offers. We welcome candidates wishing to work less than full time. This post will be base can be negotiated to the candidate's preference, while working with many consultants across a number of pathways. The post will cover provision of community assessment, treatment and psychiatric care for Children and Young people presenting in mental health crisis. There'll be opportunities for liaison work with the district hospitals within Devon and the regional Tier 4 unit. The service operates between 9am to 10pm, 7 days a week, providing CAMHS assessments for crisis presentations in A&E and paediatric wards (The consultant is expected to work 9-5pm). The service is delivered for young people who: are at risk of immediate and significant self-harm; are an immediate and significant risk to others due to their mental health; are being considered for admission to a mental health inpatient unit; and or are in acute psychological or emotional distress that is impacting their functioning. The crisis team will work with young people for the duration of their crisis episode, liaising with the community care coordinator for existing patients to ensure a coordinated approach to care and careful transition. About us
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do. Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trust's core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Person Specification
Aptitudes and Values
Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams. A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity. A track record of implementing service initiatives. A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies. Teaching and Supervision / Management
Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements. Evidence of additional teaching skills. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor. Experience in Clinical Supervision. Management training / experience. Experience of involvement in service development. Research
Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice. Aptitude for and practical experience of research. Qualifications
Full Registration with the General Medical Council. To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983. MRC Psych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Evidence of sub-speciality or other specific training, e.g. systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy. CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experience
Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team. Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance. Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experience in other related specialities, e.g. psychotherapy, paediatrics. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Applications are invited for the above post, created to increase our Consultant workforce and to meet the growing population demands and increasing growth in the multidisciplinary teams. Candidates will be joining a strong workforce of many Child Psychiatrist in Devon, in providing medical leadership across our new integrated clinical pathways. The service is particularly interested in modelling the job in line with the successful candidate's special interest and working preference. We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic and dynamic Consultant to take a key role in developing and transforming our new managing risk pathway (combined Crisis & Assertive Outreach). We are looking for someone who is passionate about crisis work and ensuring safe and effective interventions are delivered to a high-risk population. The Getting Risk support pathway supports children, young people and their family carers with acute, enduring complex mental health needs. The post holder will join the newly developed CAMHS Getting Risk Support pathway, and support in their clinical role, the crisis service, children and young people, their family/carers and professionals to timely access and support when they need it the most, and ensuring local systems are responsive to meeting their needs in a holistic and joined-up way. Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a Consultant Child Psychiatrist to join a vibrant multidisciplinary crisis team, develop your special interest and psychiatry practice while having the best of what Devon offers. We welcome candidates wishing to work less than full time. This post will be base can be negotiated to the candidate's preference, while working with many consultants across a number of pathways. The post will cover provision of community assessment, treatment and psychiatric care for Children and Young people presenting in mental health crisis. There'll be opportunities for liaison work with the district hospitals within Devon and the regional Tier 4 unit. The service operates between 9am to 10pm, 7 days a week, providing CAMHS assessments for crisis presentations in A&E and paediatric wards (The consultant is expected to work 9-5pm). The service is delivered for young people who: are at risk of immediate and significant self-harm; are an immediate and significant risk to others due to their mental health; are being considered for admission to a mental health inpatient unit; and or are in acute psychological or emotional distress that is impacting their functioning. The crisis team will work with young people for the duration of their crisis episode, liaising with the community care coordinator for existing patients to ensure a coordinated approach to care and careful transition. About us
We provide mental health, learning disability and neurodiversity services, as well as a range of specialist & secure services for the wider south west region & nationally. We are passionate about promoting good mental health & wellbeing. We strive to use the expertise & resources within our organisation, and through our partnerships, to deliver high quality services that are safe & focused on people's recovery. We are committed to developing a culture of coproduction, involving patients, families & carers in everything we do. Our values We not only recruit based on qualifications & experience - we recruit individuals who possess & demonstrate the behaviours which underpin our Trust's core values. These include such attributes as showing a commitment to quality of care, improving lives of others, giving respect, dignity & compassion. We can bring those values to life in our everyday tasks by giving a smile; making time for people; challenging ourselves & others, & being open to new ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive employer & applications are encouraged & welcomed from all sections of the community, regardless of any protected characteristics as governed by the Equality Act 2010. Part time & flexible working applications will be considered & supported, where possible. We particularly encourage applicants with lived experience of mental health conditions, neurodiversity or learning disabilities. We are a Disability Confident Leader. Job responsibilities
Please refer to the full Job Description and Person specification attached to this advert which will provide further information on this role. Person Specification
Aptitudes and Values
Evidence of ability to exercise leadership in a multi-disciplinary team. Ability to work collaboratively with other clinical teams. A team player able to inspire and support staff at all levels of training and across professional disciplines. A commitment to continuing professional development. A commitment to multidisciplinary and multi-agency working. A commitment to respect, inclusiveness and diversity. A track record of implementing service initiatives. A track record of team leadership or collaboration with other agencies. Teaching and Supervision / Management
Experience of teaching undergraduates and postgraduates. Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and managers. Awareness of NHS management and funding arrangements. Evidence of additional teaching skills. Experience as a lecturer or supervisor. Experience in Clinical Supervision. Management training / experience. Experience of involvement in service development. Research
Ability to interpret published research and to apply research findings to clinical practice. Aptitude for and practical experience of research. Qualifications
Full Registration with the General Medical Council. To hold Approved Clinician status or able to achieve. Eligible for inclusion in the Specialist Register or within 6 months of CCT at time of interview. Approved under section 12(2) of the Mental Health Act 1983. MRC Psych OR equivalent approved by the Royal College of Psychiatrists. Qualification or higher degree in medical education, clinical research or management. Evidence of sub-speciality or other specific training, e.g. systemic therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy. CCT Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experience
Prior experience working in a Child and Adolescent Mental Health Team. Experience of psychiatric practice in a range of settings, especially the community. Experience of audit and an understanding of the principles of clinical governance. Wide range of specialist and sub-specialist experience relevant to post within NHS or comparable service. Clinical experience in a range of services within Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Experience in other related specialities, e.g. psychotherapy, paediatrics. Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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